Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic neck pain, medically known as cervicalgia, is persistent pain and stiffness in the cervical spine that lasts beyond the normal healing period. It commonly arises from spinal arthritis, degenerative discs, poor posture, or muscle strain, and frequently brings reduced range of motion and tension headaches that interfere with everyday life.
Request a consultationSymptoms of Chronic Neck Pain
- ✓Persistent aching or stiffness in the neck
- ✓Reduced range of motion when turning the head
- ✓Muscle tightness and tender knots in the neck and shoulders
- ✓Tension headaches starting at the base of the skull
- ✓Pain that flares with prolonged sitting or screen use
What causes Chronic Neck Pain?
Chronic neck pain often results from facet-joint arthritis, degenerative disc disease, whiplash, or sustained poor posture. Stress and muscle guarding can amplify and prolong the pain.
How Dr. Taheem treats Chronic Neck Pain
After identifying the specific pain generator, Dr. Taheem offers facet-joint medial branch blocks and radiofrequency ablation, trigger-point injections, medication management, and a tailored exercise program to relieve pain and restore comfortable, lasting movement.
Related procedures: Medial Branch Nerve Blocks · Medial Branch Radiofrequency · Trigger Point Injections
Frequently asked questions
When should I see a specialist for neck pain?
If neck pain lasts more than a few weeks, keeps returning, or is accompanied by arm numbness, weakness, or headaches, an interventional pain assessment can identify the source and the most effective treatment.
What is cervicalgia?
Cervicalgia is the medical term for general neck pain that is not caused by a specific radiating nerve problem — typically arising from joints, discs, or muscles.
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